Vessel 220P2200 Ball Grip Screwdriver price comparison

Anyone working on Japanese electronics can attest to the importance of a Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) Phillips screwdriver. If you need one with a long shaft -- useful for printer/copier repair or auto work -- check out the Vessel 220P2200 Ball Grip Screwdriver. Its 7.9" steel shaft, magnetic tip, and ergonomic ball grip make it a great choice for any technician's toolbox.

Below are some current online prices for this Vessel #2 Phillips ball grip screwdriver.

• $8.00  -----  Amazon (their lowest price in 30 days)
• $8.90  -----  Palmac
• $9.89  -----  JDV Products (VesselTools.com)
• $9.99  -----  Tractor Supply Company
• $10.85  -----  Zoro
• $13.79  -----  Crawford Tool
• $14.92  -----  Walmart
• $14.99  -----  Haus of Tools

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Vessel 220 JIS Ball-Grip Screwdriver: price comparison

Anyone working on Japanese electronics could probably use a JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard) Phillips screwdriver.  If you need one with a long shaft -- useful for copier repair or auto work -- the Vessel 220 Ball-Grip Screwdriver is a good one, with a long steel shaft, magnetic tip, and a knurled ball grip.

Below are some current online prices for this #2 Phillips Vessel driver.

• $8.27  -----  Crawford Tool
• $9.49  -----  Amazon
• $11.99  -----  Vessel Tools

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Stocking Stuffer Tool Deals

With the holidays just about upon us, you may be looking for small stocking stuffer gifts for someone you love (or just like).  If that person likes tools, here are some great stocking stuffer gifts that are on sale right now.

- Gerber Shard

The Gerber Shard is a handy little keychain tool.  Made of just one piece of sturdy metal (no moving parts) it includes cross and slotted screwdrivers, a bottle opener, a pry bar, and a box cutter.  It typically sells for about $6 or $7, but right now both Amazon and Walmart list it for $4.33.  Some Walmart stores are selling a combo pack of the Shard plus a Gerber Mini Paraframe pocket knife for about $10, but this deal doesn't seem to be available online (at least not yet).

- Stanley Stubby Ratcheting Multibit Screwdriver

This small Stanley screwdriver fits in the palm of our hand but is full of functionality.  It's a good ratcheting screwdriver, and it's magnetic, which is a rare combination for under $20.  It also comes with six common bits, which can be stored in the driver's handle.  Amazon and Target both have it for $4.79 -- a good deal.

- Stanley 4-in-1 Pocket Screwdriver

Another Stanley driver, this one is designed to be carried in your pocket.  There are several similar models of pocket screwdrivers, but none of them compare to this one in terms of quality.  This pocket driver is well-made with magnetic metal bits, and anyone who reaches for a screwdriver in a pinch will appreciate having this pen-sized driver in their pocket.  Often sold for $6 or $7, it's listed at just $2.99 right now on Amazon and $3.00 at Walmart.

- Pittsburgh Pro 3-Piece Thumbwheel Ratchet Set

If you still haven't found a good stocking stuffer, how about a set of three thumbwheel ratchets?  Thumbwheel ratchets are great for working in tight spaces, and this Pittsburgh Pro set can't be beat price-wise.  Each ratchet fits a different size socket: 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2".  Harbor Freight sells this set for $6.99 -- cheaper than most thumbwheel ratchets cost by themselves.

For more details on any of the tools listed above, click on the link below to read a full review:

- Gerber Shard
- Stanley Stubby Ratcheting Multibit Screwdriver
- Stanley 4-in-1 Pocket Screwdriver
- Pittsburgh Pro 3-Piece Thumbwheel Ratchet Set

Stanley ratcheting stubby screwdriver on sale on Amazon

The Stanley 66-358 stubby ratcheting multibit screwdriver is a solid tool for $5 or $6.  It's hard to find a good ratcheting screwdriver that's also magnetic, but this one is.  It comes with multiple bits and storage for all of them.

Right now on Amazon, this driver is on sale for $4.07, the cheapest price I've seen it sold for so far.  Read a full review of it here.

Online price comparison: Stanley 69-189 FatMax Ratcheting Screwdriver

The Stanley 69-189 FatMax Ratcheting Screwdriver is a solid ratcheting screwdriver.  It comes with multiple bits and has a locking bit holder.  It's ratcheting action is not super-precise, but it's adequate for everyday use.

Right now online, you can get the Stanley 69-189 FatMax Ratcheting Screwdriver from these websites:

- Ace Tool:     $9.38
- Global Industrial:     $12.25
- MSC Direct:     $13.13
- Amazon:     $13.20
- Overstock:     $32.99

For $10 or so this screwdriver is a good buy, but if you're spending more than $10, I'd recommend going a little higher in price and getting a nicer driver, maybe a magnetic one or one with finer ratchet control.

Tool Review: Wiha 38460 Magnetic Bit Holder

Key Features:
 +   Very strong magnet
 -   Does not hold up as well to rust as other drivers do


Being over 16" long, the Wiha 38460 magnetic bit holder is not a screwdriver most people will carry every day.  At around $20.00, you probably won't buy one until you think you'll need it.  But once you have it, it's a good screwdriver to hold onto and keep in your tool box for emergencies.

The shaft is made of CRM-72 steel, and while it holds up well to every day use, it does not hold up well over time to rust.  It lived in my car for many years, right next to a long Snap-On driver, and while the Snap-On driver showed no signs of rust, this Wiha driver grew many rust spots along the shaft.  Store it somewhere dry and it should be okay.  The handle, on the other hand, is very well-made and does not deteriorate over time.  It's a mixture of plastic and rubber in Wiha's signature black-and-red coloring that provides a good, solid grip.  I've had this driver for close to 10 years and the lettering on the handle looks just as bright and new as when I first got it.

The picture above is not to scale.  This driver has a 300cm (11.8") blade and measures 410mm (16.25") from end to end.  It provides a lot of leverage and is strong enough to stand up to heavy use.  It has a hexagon shaft that provides additional grip for your off hand.  The bit holder uses standard 1/4" bits.

This bit holder has a very strong magnet, stronger than most magnetic bit holders I've used.  It easily attracts and holds every screw I've used with it.  With Wiha tools, you can typically expect that they will be well-made, and this bit holder will do nothing to change your mind.

The Wiha 38460 magnetic bit holder currently sells for $19.19 from Crawford Tools, $19.95 from Amazon, and $22.58 directly from Wiha.

Wiha tool reviews

Bit Holders / Screwdrivers:
- Wiha 38460 Magnetic Bit Holder

Nut Drivers:
- Wiha 34154 5.5mm Magnetic Nut Driver

Tool Review: RadioShack 6400187 23-Piece Mini Tool Ratchet Set

Key Features:
 +   Good bit/socket selection
 +   Good grip
 -   Can't turn ratchet position to off


RadioShack sells some neat tools, but they are often over-priced.  The RadioShack 23-Piece Mini Tool Ratchet Set (model #6400187) is no exception.

This set includes a small ratcheting offset driver, a set of bits, and a set of sockets.  There's also a 2" bit extender.  It's a good variety to keep around the house or in a tool bag.

There are 12 bits of several different types: three slotted bits, three Phillips bits, three star bits, and three hex bits.  The nine sockets are all SAE sizes, ranging in size from 5/32" to 1/2".  The bits are a little more rounded than you'd like to see, but function well enough.  The sockets are good and fit nicely onto the driver.

The driver itself has a good rubber and plastic handle that provides a decent grip.  It ratchets easily, and the ratchet direction can be changed with a slide switch.  There is a small plastic thumbwheel that can help in tight places where you can't swing the driver around.

Switching from the bit driver to the socket wrench is simple, and you can have both a socket and a bit attached at the same time if you want.  To use the socket wrench, you just remove the black plastic thumbwheel.

The 2" extension bar is just barely magnetic.  I don't know if it's supposed to be, because the packaging doesn't say, but it looks like every other magnetic extension bar I've seen.  If it does have a magnet, the magnet is horrible, or way too small, because it only just barely picks up very small screws.

The case that the set comes in is good, and can be used to store the tool and sockets in.  It is easy to open and easy to access the bits and sockets.  It has a hole at the top so you can hang it from a hook or peg.

This tool had a list price of $13.39 when I saw it.  However it must not have been selling well, because it was on clearance for just $1.47.  For $1.47, I'd snatch it up every time -- the bits and sockets alone are worth that price.  However, I wouldn't pay any more than $4.00 or so for this tool set.  It's a decent extra set to keep in case of emergency, but it's not worth anywhere near $13.39.  RadioShack.com was selling it for $10.97 (not sold on the site anymore) and Amazon.com has it for $9.97, both of which are overpriced for what you get, but are still better than the in-store list price.

Tool review: Great Neck FC006 22 Piece Drivemaster Screwdriver Set

Key Features:

 +   Good selection of drivers
 +   Excellent grip

 -   Does not come with any storage for the drivers


A good set of screwdrivers is a staple of any home tool kit.  Some people prefer a whole set of individual drivers, while others would rather have a single driver (or several drivers) with a set of interchangeable bits.  If you fall into the first category, then a good set to consider is the Great Neck 22 piece Drivemaster screwdriver set (model FC006).

This set comes with 22 screwdrivers of many different types.  There are 8 slotted drivers, 7 Phillips drivers, 4 star (Torx) drivers, 2 square drivers, and one offset driver.  The offset driver has a slotted tip on one side and a Phillips tip on the other, and is good for working in tight places.

Except for the offset driver, which is all metal, each of the drivers has a rubberized handle that is molded to provide a good grip during use.  The handles are well-contoured so that your hand has a lot of purchase, and there is also a place for your thumb to rest and give you added grip.

The drivers are good quality, with steel plated shafts.  They don't have any coating to protect against rust, so over time the tips may start to rust, but the shafts are made of a strong enough metal that the tips shouldn't get chewed up unless they are very heavily used.

These drivers are not magnetic, which some people (myself included) may see as a downside.  The set does not come with any storage for the drivers -- no box or rack -- and the drivers don't have holes in the handles, so if you want to hang them you'll have to get a screwdriver rack.

This set includes a good variety of drivers for all sorts of jobs.  There are small drivers that are good for opening battery covers on toys or remote controls, and big drivers that are sturdy enough for large screws.  The tip size, blade length, and type for each driver (for example, "PH2X4") is printed on the rubber handle so you can find the driver you're looking for quickly.

The Great Neck 22 piece Drivemaster screwdriver set is a good value for the amount of drivers that you get, as long as you have somewhere to store them.  It would make a great starter kit for someone who doesn't already have a lot of tools.

(Originally published on Helium.com, March 2013)

Tool Review: Snap-On SDDP122 Phillips Screwdriver

Key Features:
 +   Good contoured grip
 +   Holds up well to rust

 -   Magnet isn't great


Unless it has a cool feature or it breaks easily, there's not much you can say about a standard Phillips screwdriver.  The Snap-On SDDP122 Phillips screwdriver is a standard driver, but it compares favorably to other, similar drivers.

The SDDP122 has a magnetic tip.  The magnet strength isn't great but it works; it's about average compared to other magnetic screwdrivers that I've used.  The tip is a #2 Phillips tip.

This is an extra-long driver, not one you would typically carry around with you.  It measures about 16-1/2" but it's not overly heavy.  The handle is a typical contoured plastic Snap-On driver handle that provides an easy grip.  The handle comes in black, orange, and red.

Over time, this driver fares better than some others.  I kept it in my car for over five years, right next to a Wiha screwdriver, and the Wiha rusted quickly whereas the Snap-On still looks pretty good.

Since it's a Snap-On, you'll probably pay a bit more for it, but if you need an extra-long Phillips driver, the SDDP122 is a good one.

Tool Review: Husky 74460 2-Piece Micro Screwdriver Set

Key Features:
 +   Sturdy drivers
 +   Thin slotted blade for multiple applications
 -    Short shafts, not much reach

If you work with small electronics, computers, or printers, precision screwdrivers often come in handy. Even if you just own a pair of eyeglasses, it's helpful to have a precision screwdriver around when a screw pops out. There are many different precision screwdriver sets that come with interchangeable bits, but sometimes it's nice just to be able to reach for a Phillips or slotted driver without having to change out a bit. If you're looking for a good pair of precision screwdrivers, check out Husky's 2-piece micro screwdriver set (model #74460).

This set consists of a small Phillips screwdriver, size 0, and a small slotted screwdriver, size 3/32". The screwdrivers themselves are only about three inches long, so they can easily fit inside a toolbag, or even in a pocket. They are color-coded so you can quickly grab the one you need -- the Phillips driver has a blue handle and the flathead driver has a red handle.

The handles are a strong plastic that provides a decent grip, and the blades are alloy-steel, very strong for such small drivers. The flathead driver has a finely-tapered blade that can be used to pry off covers, metal e-clips, or plastic clips with ease, or provide leverage without bending or breaking.

This set of small drivers doesn't come with a case or holster, but you can tuck them into the pocket of a toolbag, or even carry them around in your shirt pocket. Unlike many precision screwdrivers, these Husky drivers have handles that are much wider than the blades, giving you a good grip so your hand won't slip.

The blades themselves are not extremely long, so they aren't the best drivers to use in hard-to-reach places, but for up-close work they are handy to have around. These are simple screwdrivers -- no ratcheting action, no changeable bits, and no magnetic tips. But they are sturdy and well-made, and for the price tag of two or three bucks, they're a worthy investment if you use precision screwdrivers a lot.

Like other Husky tools, you can probably find this micro screwdriver set at Home Depot or HomeDepot.com.  Amazon.com also offers this set, but their price is currently set at $6.98. For that price you can probably find a precision screwdriver set that includes a lot more than two drivers.

(Originally published on Helium.com, Feb 2013)

Tool Review: Great Neck NRGN2 2-Piece Stubby Screwdriver Set

Key Features:
 +   Magnetic tips
 +   Very good grip
 -    Tips tend to chip with use


For most people, a stubby screwdriver isn't something you reach for very often.  But when you do reach for it, it's because you need it, so it's a good idea to always have one in your tool box.  For a pair of stubby drivers, there isn't a better value than the Great Neck 2 piece stubby screwdriver set (model #NRGN2).

This set of two drivers -- one slotted, one Phillips -- is sold in Big Lots stores for just $1.80.  That's a very low price for two stubby screwdrivers, and these drivers are better than average stubbies.

The biggest attraction these drivers have is their magnetic tips.  They might not always be able to hold on to very large screws, but the magnets are definitely strong enough for most screws.  The slotted driver holds screws better because of the tip's wider surface area.

The Phillips driver has a #2 tip, and the slotted driver has a 1/4" tip.  Both blades are about an inch and a half long, with a handle that's about two inches long.  The size for each driver is printed on the handle, so if you store them on a rack with other drivers, you can quickly tell which one you need.  Each handle is color-coded as well; the Phillips driver has a red and black handle and the slotted driver has a yellow and black handle.

The handles themselves are rubber and provide good grip.  They are contoured to provide purchase for your fingers, and they are big for easy gripping.  One problem with stubbies is often finding good purchase, because there's not a lot of room to get a grip, but these drivers handle that problem well.

The tips are solid, and are supposed to be rust resistant because they are chrome plated.  Resisting rust is nice, but the chrome finish tends to chip off as you use the drivers.  The tips are not soft metal like those on some screwdrivers; they're not the hardest tips in the world but they should last you a long time.  And if they do start to get chewed up, you can make use of Great Neck's limited lifetime warranty to get a new set.

You can't beat the price for this pair of stubby screwdrivers.  Even just as two extra drivers to throw in a drawer or a tool bag, this Great Neck set is an excellent value.

(Originally posted on Helium.com, March 2013)

Tool Review: Pittsburgh 69470 4-in-1 Screwdriver

Key Features:
 +   Excellent grip
 +   Easy to change bits
 -    Metal insert comes out sometimes when removing shaft


4-in-1 screwdrivers are a dime a dozen.  Harbor Freight sells the Pittsburgh 69470 4-in-1 screwdriver for $1.99, which is a fair price.  It's actually a 6-in-1 screwdriver; you can remove the driver bits and use the shaft as two different-sized nut drivers.

The 69470 screwdriver comes with two double-sided chrome vanadium steel bits.  There are two Phillips sizes (PH1 and PH2) and two slotted sizes (3/16" and 1/4").  The handle is reversible, so that the three bits that aren't being used are stored inside the driver.

The bits are decent quality and work well.  The screwdriver is not magnetic.  The handle is mostly textured rubber, and provides excellent grip.  The bits and steel shaft are easy to remove, and all you have to do to change bits is reverse either the bits or the shaft (or both).

The main problem with this driver is that the metal retaining insert that holds the shaft in can easily slide out along with the shaft itself.  When you are removing the shaft, if you twist it even slightly, the metal insert can be removed along with the shaft, which will prevent you from flipping the shaft around and using the other side.  You'll have to put it back in the same way you took it out, then remove it again, making sure to draw it straight out.  As long as you slide the shaft out perfectly straight, you won't have an issue, but if you turn it even slightly while removing it, the insert can remain fixed to the shaft and come loose from the handle.

This driver is very similar to other 4-in-1 or 6-in-1 drivers.  It's a good driver to throw in a drawer or glove box in case of emergency.  If you are looking for a good-quality screwdriver to use every day, the Pittsburgh 69470 is not what you are looking for, but for $1.99 it's a good extra screwdriver to have around.  If you do need to carry it in your pocket, it's not too heavy.  It's listed for $6.49 on Amazon.com.  For that price, you can buy a much better screwdriver.

Tool Review: Kobalt 0501856 Lighted Pocket Screwdriver with Level

Key Features:
 +   LED to illuminate screws
 +   pocket-sized
 -    Bits fall out too easily


The Kobalt Lighted Pocket Screwdriver with Level (model #0501856) is a neat little novelty tool, but probably not something you would carry with you every day and rely on.  It's a decent pocket screwdriver with a couple of extras thrown in.

The best feature of this screwdriver is the LED.  The LED illuminates the driver bit (and the screw) making it easier to see what you are doing in dark places.  There is a button to turn the LED on or off, located in a convenient spot for your thumb to reach when using the screwdriver.  The LED is bright enough to illuminate a couple of inches in front of the screwdriver, but not bright enough to use as a flashlight.

Two double-sided bits are included with this driver, a slotted bit (1/8 and 3/16) and a Phillips bit (#0 and #2).  Both bits are standard-sized hex bits.  The bits are strong enough and seem durable.

Both bits fit into storage slots inside the screwdriver's cap.  The plastic on the cap is very weak and easily reshaped, and it doesn't take long for it to flex enough for the bits to fall out.  So when you pull the cap off the driver, you have to be careful because the one or both of the bits might fall out.

The cap has a clip on it so you can attach it to a pocket.  The tool is about pen-sized, but a little thicker.  The tool has to be flat on its back side to use the level, but the level is raised so you can see it from the side.  Kobalt sells this tool with a lifetime guarantee.

If you use a pocket level such as the Irwin pocket level, this Kobalt driver/level might be a good substitute because it adds the screwdriver capability.  However, if you're looking to buy a pocket level to use often, you would probably be better off with something like the Johnson Keychain Level.  It's much smaller and costs less money.  If you like the Kobalt model, it is a pretty good value at around $3.  Similar pocket driver models typically sell for $5 to $10 on Amazon.

Kobalt tool reviews

Screwdrivers:
- Kobalt 0501856 Lighted Pocket Screwdriver with Level
- Kobalt 62731 32-Piece Double Drive Screwdriver Set

Tool Review: Kobalt 62731 32-Piece Double Drive Screwdriver Set

Key Features:
 +   Double Drive feature allows for turning screws almost twice as fast
 +   Good bit selection included
 -    Awkward to use at first


Kobalt's Double Drive screwdriver is a ratcheting screwdriver, similar to many other ratcheting screwdrivers.  But the main difference lies in the fact that when you use the ratcheting function, the driver bit turns whether you are turning the handle forward or backward.  On a normal ratcheting screwdriver, the bit turns when you turn the driver one way, but when you ratchet it back the bit stands still.  On a Double Drive screwdriver, the bit turns when you turn the driver one way, but when you ratchet it back, the bit also turns, in the same direction.  So you can effectively turn a screw twice as fast with the Double Drive screwdriver as you could with a normal ratcheting screwdriver.

The Double Drive function only works when you use the screwdriver in a certain way -- gripping the metal part of the handle -- so you are still able to use it as a normal ratcheting screwdriver, if you prefer; or, you can even use it as a non-ratcheting screwdriver if you hold the handle in the right spot.  The driver has an easy-to-reach vertical thumb switch, which makes switching directions much easier than on other ratcheting drivers that have horizontal switches.

The two screwdrivers included in this set are almost identical except for their size.  Both have the Double Drive capability and the same thumb switch, but the larger driver has a removable cap that allows for bit storage in the driver itself.  There is a lot of room, so many bits can be stored in there.  The set comes with bits for both the large and small drivers.  The bits for the larger driver are standard 1/4" hex bits, and the bits for the smaller driver are precision bits.

Once you get the hang of how to use the Double Drive function, the drivers are not difficult to use.  However, there is a learning curve with them.  They are much heavier than standard screwdrivers, but not significantly heavier than other ratcheting screwdrivers.  The handles provide adequate grip.  The drivers are not magnetic.

There are a few different Double Drive sets that Kobalt sells.  This 32-piece set includes a large driver, a smaller precision driver, and a plastic case with many different sizes and types of bits in it, including some Torx bits.  Other Double Drive sets include pouches or holsters and extension bars, but might not include the precision driver.  Lowes.com sells this Double Drive set for just $9.98 -- a great deal for two ratcheting screwdrivers with bits.

(Originally published on Helium.com, January 2013)

Tool Review: Allied 65051 1/2" x 3" Pocket Screwdriver

Key Features:
 +   Magnetic tip
 -    Pocket clip doesn't fit very tightly


If you work with small electronics or office equipment, there's a good chance you keep a screwdriver (or several) in your pocket.  A good tweaker comes in handy often, both on the job and at home, and the Allied 65051 1/2" x 3" Pocket Screwdriver is a good one.

This driver is thin and lightweight with a slotted tip.  One thing that sets this screwdriver apart from other similar drivers is the magnetic tip, which is strong enough to attract and hold small screws.

As a slotted screwdriver, the Allied driver is functional, though if you need to use a lot of force the small handle doesn't provide much grip.  As a tweaker, it works well.  The tip is small enough to get under most e-clips (the blade is slightly thicker than the blade on a Husky mini Phillips driver, so it won't fit under tiny e-clips) and it can also be used to open boxes or pop out plastic cover tabs.  The long shaft allows access to hard-to-reach places.

The screwdriver has a removable clip which is useful if you want to keep it in your shirt pocket.  The clip fits very loosely, and gives the impression that it can fall off easily.  The clip is hard to see when looking down -- a brighter color or more textured clip would have been nice to help locate it quicker when you are putting the driver back in your shirt pocket.  Because of the clip's loose fit, it slides easily over a pocket so you don't have to force it in.

The Allied 65051 pocket screwdriver is inexpensive, and can be purchased online from these retailers:

- Theisens.com:  $0.99
- CALRanch.com:  $0.99
- Amazon.com:  $2.03

[Update:  As of 1/30/15, Amazon has dropped its price for this screwdriver to $1.86.]

Allied tool reviews

Screwdrivers:
- Allied 65051 1/2" x 3" Pocket Screwdriver

Tool review: Snap-On SSDMR4B Ratcheting Hard Handle Screwdriver

Key Features:
 +   Good contoured grip
 +   Strong magnet
 +   Large internal storage area for bits
 -    #2 Phillips bit is too thin

 -    bit holder is shallow


The great search for the perfect everyday-carry screwdriver has been going on for a while now.  The Craftsman Auto-Loading Screwdriver is a solid driver, with good multibit selection and a decent magnet.  The Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver isn't bad, but too bulky for what it offers.  The Stanley FatMax Ratcheting Screwdriver is the closest I'd found, but it's lack of a magnet for screw attraction detracts from its good features.

A couple of days ago, I got a Snap-On SSDMR4B Ratcheting Hard Handle Screwdriver through my employer.  It didn't take long to realize that this was the nicest screwdriver I'd ever used.  I even had a dream about this screwdriver.

For a repairman, technician, or someone else who uses a screwdriver every day, this Snap-On driver is everything you need.  It's the most complete screwdriver I've found, and the quality is excellent.  It has a $64.95 price tag on the Snap-On website, which is a lot of money for a screwdriver, but if you can find one cheaper, it's worth considering.

The driver has a good ratcheting action, with a 3-position ratchet switch that you can adjust without having to move the screwdriver.  The ratchet motion is very smooth, with many fine teeth -- much smoother than two decent Stanley ratchet drivers I've used.  For a ratcheting screwdriver, it's not very heavy.  The ratchet itself is very quiet.

There is a magnet behind the bit to attract screws, and it's as strong a magnet as I've seen on any screwdriver.  I have yet to drop a screw using this driver.  The driver comes with five bits: three Phillips bits (#1, #2, and #3) and two slotted bits (3/16" and 9/32").  The four bits not in use can be stored in the driver's handle, and there's enough extra room in the handle for several more bits.

The bits themselves are good quality.  The #2 bit (and possibly others, but that's the one I've used the most) is slightly thinner than other #2 bits, so it tends to slip occasionally when turning a screw.  If you notice this problem too, just use a wider bit.  (DeWalt bits tend to be wider and work very well.)

The only other shortcoming this driver has is that the bit holder itself is slightly shallower than the bit holders on other drivers.  The difference is only a millimeter or two, but it's enough so that occasionally when you have to use a lot of torque, the bit pops out of the holder and stays with the screw when you pull the driver back.  It can be a nuisance, but you can avoid it by loosening the fastener by just a hair before pulling the driver away.  Another way to avoid this problem is to use shorter bits with this driver, or bits that have a ball-and-spring mechanism to help them stay in place.  (Or bits that fit both of those characteristics, like the bits that come with a CRKT Get-A-Way Driver.)

The handle provides excellent grip.  It is contoured very well for your fingers, and it makes it hard to want to put this driver down.  The shaft also has a textured area for additional grip.  From the tip to the end of the handle, it measures 8-3/4".

The Snap-On SSDMR4B Ratcheting Hard Handle Screwdriver is by far the best screwdriver I've used.  It is the driver I'll be carrying every day from now on.  It's more expensive than many power tools, but if you can get your hands on one, you won't want to put it down.

Snap-On tool reviews

Screwdrivers:
- Snap-On SDDP122 Phillips Screwdriver
- Snap-On SSDMR4B Ratcheting Hard Handle Screwdriver